August 1, 2011 - Today we traveled to the start of the 2nd edition of the Mongolia Bike Challenge, main sponsored by ORBEA. From

the capital, Ulaan Baator, athletes, staff and support team travelled to Dalanzagad at the entrance of the Gobi Desert. From here we will start the first stage of the 2011 Mongolia Bike Challenge. Athletes and staff are preparing in camp for their coming journey. 59 athletes from 12 different countries are set to start racing - from Spain, Australia New Zealand, France, Taiwan and Mongolia - all excited to take on this epic challenge. From the desert to the mountains: 9 stages in 9 different worlds.